Job Description:

Researches and communicates information of interest to patrons of sporting and other entertainment events, using public address system. Advises patrons of program and substitutions or other changes, upcoming events, or emergencies. Interfaces with other announcers, patrons, or special guests. Views sporting and other events to make running commentary, such as play-by-play description or explanation of official decisions. May speak extemporaneously to audience on items of interest, such as background and past record of players. May read prepared script to describe acts or tricks during performance. May furnish information concerning play to stadium or arena scoreboard operator. May make community announcements. May host talkback, variety, and panel shows as well as special events. May conduct personal interviews with personalities for live or taped broadcasts. Less

Researches and communicates information of interest to patrons of sporting and other entertainment events, using public address system. Advises patrons of program and substitutions or other changes, upcoming events, or emergencies. Interfaces with other announcers, patrons, or special guests. Views... More